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Solutions to support blueberries in difficult conditions
2024-05-16 00:00
The current season has had a strange course. First, the vegetation started very early, exposing plants to the effects of low temperatures. In many parts of the country, they caused numerous damages. Now, on the other hand, the period is dragging on
read moreWe are inspecting raspberry plantations for the presence of raspberry aphids, spider mites, and leafhoppers - have they appeared yet?
2024-05-16 00:00
Warm weather has returned, bringing with it an increase in pressure from raspberry pests. Dr. Paweł Krawiec from Horti Team, the host of the Raspberry Factory project, along with Dr. Michał Pniak from Biocont, inspected the experimental part of the plantation to assess the situation.
read moreWhen will the strawberry season start in 2024?
2024-05-16 00:00
Mateusz Włodarczyk: Exactly. Today is May 15th, and we are only just removing some of the crop covers from the plantations. Just yesterday, in some areas of our region, the temperature dropped to 0°C, and there was still a real risk of damage to flowers and fruits.
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Blueberry protection against diseases - during flowering, after flowering, and during fruit ripening.
2024-05-15 00:00
Within the Blueberry Factory project, nearly 20 blueberry varieties are being evaluated. These varieties have different flowering times, during which very effective protection is required against diseases. The flowering period in this
read moreResiYou - artificial intelligence in strawberry protection
2024-05-15 00:00
The strawberry protection season has already begun in earnest. When planning further protective treatments, it is worth considering the consequences. Although the harvest may only be carried out after the specified waiting period for a particular preparation has passed,
read moreStrawberries from flat covers are reaching the market.
2024-05-15 00:00
On May 14th, I visited Krzysztof Końca's farm in Wola Krysk. It specializes in early strawberry production, but there are no tunnels here. Partial fruiting is accelerated by covering the plants with perforated foil, primarily using non-woven fabric. The dominant
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Dangerous blueberry pest - is it already flying? New traps in the Blueberry Factory project
2024-05-14 00:00
As part of the Blueberry Factory project, in collaboration with Biocont Polska, we present how to properly conduct monitoring for the presence of the blueberry maggot, considered one of the most dangerous pests of blueberries.
read moreWe are building higher-quality raspberries + a new multi-variety raspberry plantation.
2024-05-14 00:00
Raspberry flowering is the time when you can significantly improve the quality of the yield. During this generative growth phase, it is beneficial to provide plants with appropriate phytohormones that positively affect fruit setting and growth. As part of
read moreFrom planting to harvesting raspberries - practical recommendations
2024-05-13 00:00
In the Malinowe Factory project, a new, typically experimental quarter has appeared. It has been planted with raspberries of varieties that bear fruit repeatedly. On this occasion, Michał Malicki from UPL met with Dr. Paweł Krawiec, the host of the project, to discuss the complete strategy.
read moreLate varieties of strawberries. Evaluation from May 8, 2024.
2024-05-13 00:00
In the Strawberry Inspirations project, we have gathered a unique collection of late varieties of strawberries. On May 8th, we conducted an initial assessment of the plants. We evaluated their potential for fruiting, flowering progress, and the overall health of the plants.
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On May 12, the National Association of Fruit and Vegetable Processors (KSPOiW) held a conference in Kielce. The presentations were rich in information regarding the expected yields of industrial fruits, mainly from the frozen segment, as well as opinions.
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End of blooming treatments for blueberries - protecting and improving fruit quality
2024-05-13 00:00
As part of the Blueberry Factory 2024 project, Michał Malicki from UPL company inspects blueberry plots in tunnels. The vegetation there is about a week ahead of plant development compared to those grown in open fields. This provides a good
read moreRaspberries are blooming and setting fruit - it's time to change the fertilization program
2024-05-12 00:00
In tunnels, depending on the variety or cultivation technology and the region of Poland, raspberry plants are either flowering, fruiting, or sometimes even starting to ripen. The situation is somewhat complicated by temperature fluctuations. The recent days have been quite warm, very
read moreIn highbush blueberry plantations that survived the April-May frosts, thanks to warm weather, the plants are blooming and nectarizing, attracting pollinating insects to the plantations. This is also a hope for good quality fruits. Temperature fluctuations
read moreProtecting raspberries from diseases and pests - recommendations not only for tunnels
2024-05-10 00:00
We are starting the inspection of the plots of the Raspberry Factory project on May 8th, beginning with the raspberries grown for harvesting from this year's shoots. Our priority during the period of intense shoot growth is to protect the plants from issues such as shoot dieback.
read moreIt is already known. There will be fewer currants in 2024!
2024-05-10 00:00
April frosts, as well as the weather anomalies we are experiencing this season, have contributed to significant damage on blackcurrant plantations. This can already be seen after flowering, with only 2-3 berries remaining on some clusters. As reported by Dr. Piotr
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Farmers from this region bring their produce here regularly, often strawberries straight from the field to the local market. The market is indeed local, but merchants come here not only from all over Poland but also from neighboring countries. During the season, there are even
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This year's shoots on blueberries - there is frost damage.
2024-05-10 00:00
On May 9, during ongoing or sometimes after (depending on the region of Poland) the recent cooling periods or locally occurring frosts, we inspect the accommodations in the Blueberry Factory project. It turns out that
read moreStrawberries are blooming and diseases and pests are attacking.
2024-05-09 00:00
This is an important time in strawberry protection. In most field plantations, flowering is ongoing or beginning. It is important to regularly monitor crops to identify and combat pests and diseases in a timely manner. Proper plant nutrition is also crucial during this phase of intense flowering and fruit formation. It is advisable to use highly effective products during this period. Using a combination of different protective measures can also be a good solution.
read moreWe know that we know nothing, and we will summarize the blueberry season in October.
2024-05-09 00:00
I am unable to answer that question. Or in other words, I will answer it at the beginning of October when we finish the sales. My 25 years of experience in blueberry cultivation shows that without control over the weather, we cannot predict anything.
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